Mechanic -- Automotive Technician
map it!US-TX-Abilene
Job posted on: 11/6/2009

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Job Overview

Company: Firestone Complete Auto Care - South Central
Location: map it!US-TX-Abilene
Base Pay: $11.00 - $25.00 /Hour
Employee Type: Full-Time
Industry: Automotive - Motor Vehicles - Parts
Consumer Products
Retail
Manages Other: No
Job Type: Automotive
Retail
Skilled Labor - Trades
Req’d Education: High School
Req’d Experience: Not Specified
Req’d Travel: Negligible
Relocation Covered: Not Specified
Contact: Pat Couture
Phone: Not Available
Email: Send Email Now
Fax: Not Available
Ref ID: TECH-AbileneCB

Job Description

Firestone Complete Auto Care, a division of Bridgestone Firestone Retail & Commercial Operations, LLC (BFRC) employs over 22,000 associates in North America. BFRC consists of more than 2,300 company-owned consumer and commercial stores in the United States and Canada and operates its own credit services and marketing operations. The store channels include Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, Expert Tire, Mark Morris, Commercial and Farm Stores and GCR Tire Centers.

With 2,300 locations across America and over $2 billion in tire and auto service sales, Firestone Complete Auto Care is the right place to build a career. Join us!!

The Zone is Hiring now!

As a Technician, you will diagnose and repair automotive systems.

Major activities include:
  • Assisting (not training) technician mechanics in performing technical activities.
  • Diagnoses and repairs to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
  • Adequately explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees and customers on an as-required basis.
  • Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
  • Keeps store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
  • Maintains an organized and neat bay.

    Job Requirements

    Entry Level Technician

    • 1-2 years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience to succeed in this position.
    • A high level of motivation and energy and strong customer service skills are also required.

    Senior Mechanic / Automotive Technician
    • At least 2-3 years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience.
    • 3 ASE certifications are required for this position.
    • You'll also need a high level of motivation, energy and a customer-focused attitude.

    Lead Mechanic / Master Technician
    • 5+ years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem- solving and repair experience as you mentor and teach associates while discussing problems with customers.
    • You will also need 5 ASE certifications, strong leadership skills and a customer-focused attitude to go along with a high level of motivation and energy.


    We offer over 31 excellent benefits and privileges to every employee.

    We are An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, in fact, “ One of our strengths is found in our commitment to serve a diverse customer population with diverse teams of associates. ”

    Over 100 years of success is an indication of the stability our workforce enjoys.

    Pre-employment drug test/physical/ background check will help assure we build teams of people who can best work with others and serve customer needs.

    Please visit our website at www.FirestoneCompleteAutoCare.com to learn more about our organization and locations.


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  • Your career path includes a wide range of positions, exceptional pay and benefits, working with divers professionals at every level, and numerous opportunities for advancement. Many stores offer college internships – a great way to help begin you career path.

    Our teammate-caring organization attracts and retains people. Our store managers, for example, are some of the most loyal of any retailer. Their loyalty is driven by care, experience, and compensation. Plus, store managers who achieve partner status receive additional recognition and rewards. Personal and financial rewards come quickly to those committed to our mission of providing a positive customer experience… every time.

    For The Experience You Want, Learn More.

    On the job or in the classroom, a variety of mentors, coaches and educational opportunities can accelerate careers.

    Now is a great time to join our company as we will soon be adding many more retail stores.




     
     
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